The city that invented the chopped cheese and perfected the egg cream. NYC's burger and ice cream scene is relentless.
Hidden behind a curtain in the Le Méridien hotel. Cash only, no-frills, perfect burger. NYC's worst-kept secret.
Old-money UES institution. The cottage fries and a burger at the bar is a New York rite of passage.
The Bistro Burger at midnight after three beers is a religious experience. Been serving since 1961.
Yes, the steakhouse. The lunch burger is made from their dry-aged trimmings and costs a fraction of dinner.
Detroit-style pizza place with a burger that overshadows the pizza. The Le Big Matt is a double smash masterpiece.
Chicago import that lives up to the hype. The single is a double, the double is absurd. Egg on top, always.
The original location in Madison Square Park. Tourist trap? Maybe. Still a damn good ShackBurger.
Queens institution since 1966. No menu — just tell them how you want your burger cooked. Served on a plate, nothing else.
Veggie burger that converts carnivores. Brooks Headley (former Del Posto pastry chef) makes vegetables taste like sin.
Smash burger upstart that's earned its spot. Crispy edges, American cheese, special sauce. No gimmicks needed.
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